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ponzu, citrus-based sauce
A tangy Japanese condiment made from citrus juice (typically yuzu, sudachi, or kabosu), rice vinegar, soy sauce, and often dashi. Used as a dipping sauce or dressing.
ポン酢で食べる。
Eat it with ponzu.
鍋にはポン酢が合う。
Ponzu goes well with hot pot.
大根おろしとポン酢をかけて焼き魚を食べるのが好きだ。
I like eating grilled fish with grated daikon and ponzu.
USAGE:
A staple condiment in Japanese cuisine, especially for hot pot dishes (鍋), 刺身, grilled meat and fish, and salads. Often served in a small dish for dipping.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- ポン酢で食べる (eat with ponzu)
- ポン酢をかける (pour ponzu over)
- ポン酢につける (dip in ponzu)
- ポン酢醤油 (ponzu soy sauce)
ETYMOLOGY:
The ポン comes from the Dutch word "pons" (punch, a citrus drink). 酢 means vinegar, read as ず in this compound.